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Ramirez expected to join White Sox (AP)

Manny Ramirez is expected to join the Chicago White Sox on Monday, giving the fading playoff contenders a big boost during a key 10-game road trip. A person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Sunday night that the White Sox were close to acquiring the slugger from the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Kuchar wins Barclays, takes FedEx lead (AP)

Matt Kuchar stopped practicing for a playoff and walked over to the 18th green to watch with thousands of other spectators, planning to congratulate Martin Laird on the victory. A short time later, the celebration was for Kuchar. His fortunes took quite a turn Sunday at The Barclays. So did his golf ball.

Durant, Love give US 2-0 start at worlds (AP)

An arena that was nearly covered in Slovenian green grew louder with every U.S. miss. Playing a rare early game, the United States had stalled after a quick start, and a double-digit lead was down to five as halftime approached. Then, every time the Americans needed them, Kevin Durant seemed to get on the scoreboard and Kevin Love was on the backboard.

Shanahan unsure on McNabb for opener (AP)

It could be a smoke screen or just a cautious assessment of his quarterback's health, but Mike Shanahan says he's not certain Donovan McNabb will be available for the Washington Redskins' season opener against the Dallas Cowboys. "I really don't know for sure," Shanahan said Sunday.

Monty adds Molinari, Harrington, Donald (AP)

Edoardo Molinari of Italy came up a big winner twice on Sunday -- first winning the Johnnie Walker Championship, then becoming one of three captain's picks for Europe's Ryder Cup team. Colin Montgomerie also chose three-time major winner Padraig Harrington and Luke Donald, who is No. 10 in the world ranking.

Braves win on walkoff HR after review (AP)

Brian McCann stood at second base, convinced he had just hit a game-winning homer. His teammates gathered along the first-base line, ready to celebrate. After 86 seconds, umpire crew chief Tim McClelland popped out of the Florida dugout, looked toward McCann and twirled his right index finger -- the universal signal for a home run.

Motorcyclist, 13, dies after Indy crash (AP)

The death of a 13-year-old motorcycle rider at Indianapolis Motor Speedway cast a shadow over Sunday's races at the historic track and prompted mourning competitors to defend the development system for the dangerous circuit. Peter Lenz of Vancouver, Wash., fell off his bike during the warmup lap for the day's first race at Indianapolis and was run over by another motorcycle, driven by a...

Wie wins Canadian Open for second title (AP)

Michelle Wie closed with a 2-under 70 Sunday for a three-shot win at the Canadian Women's Open, her second career victory on the LPGA Tour. Wie, who was 12 under for the tournament, earned the winner's check of $337,500 in the $2.25-million event at the St. Charles Country Club -- the LPGA's only stop in Canada.

Big Ben to meet Goodell soon about ban (AP)

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will meet with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell after the team's final preseason game to see if his suspension will be reduced from six games to four. NFL spokesman Greg Aiello confirmed a report by Fox Sports on Sunday night that the two will meet soon but he declined to say when or where the meeting would take place.

White Sox retire Thomas' No. 35 (AP)

The Chicago White Sox gave The Big Hurt a big honor on Sunday, retiring Frank Thomas' number before their game against the New York Yankees. Thomas fought back tears during an emotional ceremony that included fireworks and several of his former teammates. He thanked the organization and the city, saying "you can only dream of something like this" as his voice cracked.

Sports Illustrated Writer: Steelers Win Super Bowl - KDKA

Despite all the offseason controversy surrounding Pittsburgh Steelers and quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, one journalist is predicting there will be a seventh championship banner raised at Heinz Field. Sports Illustrated ...

Arizona Cardinals' Matt Leinart vs. Derek Anderson: Valley gets another QB controversy - AZCentral.com

Fortunately, nothing really has been decided yet, so the competition and the conversation continues heading into Thursday's preseason finale against the Redskins. Heck, this competition over who is going to ...

Controversy Begins to Swirl Over Death of Teen Racer - FOX News

The motorcycle racing community is mourning the death of a promising 13-year-old rider in a crash at Indianapolis Motor Speedway while defending the youth circuit that allows teens to drive vehicles that can ...

Tiger, Elin, and 10 Of The Biggest Splits In Sports - Bleacherreport.com

Just kidding, but he has been in the news so much with “female relationship problems” that it almost seems like he has had some nasty breakups. In all reality the female population should all get a restraining order ...

Sox GM shakes off another Twitter controversy with Guillen's son - Chicago Tribune

CHICAGO (AP) — White Sox general manager Ken Williams shook off another Twitter controversy involving manager Ozzie Guillen 's son Wednesday. The problem involved Guillen's middle son, Oney, a former White ...

Sox GM shakes off controversy with Guillen's son - San Francisco Gate

White Sox general manager Ken Williams shook off another Twitter controversy involving manager Ozzie Guillen's son Wednesday. The problem involved Guillen's middle son, Oney, a former White Sox employee, who ...

Phil Sheridan: Hubris worsens umpiring controversy - Philadelphia Daily News

You can forgive umpire Greg Gibson for making a mistake at first base, even one as costly to a team in a pennant race as his safe call on Michael Bourn. Gibson is human, after all. It's just too bad Gibson ...

Joel Miller, former USF walk-on at center of Jim Leavitt controversy, earns scholarship - St. Petersburg Times

TAMPA — On a day when thousands of Bulls fans gathered at Raymond James Stadium for pictures and autographs with players and coaches, Skip Holtz added a little news to the festivities by announcing that ...

Being a Boxing Fan May Be The Hardest Thing in The World Of Sports - Bleacherreport.com

Almost everyone reading this will be a boxing fan, and if your not then you are going to learn a very important lesson. It is very hard to be a boxing fan. This is something that every boxing fan will eventually learn ...

Sports briefs: Aug. 24 - Lexington Herald-Leader

"We are sad that our marriage is over and we wish each other the very best for the future," Woods and Elin Nordegren said in a joint statement released by their lawyers. The divorce was granted in Bay County ...



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Jets' Mangold becomes NFL's highest-paid center, signs 7-year deal worth up to $55 million - KFOR

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A banner year? Predictions for the 2010 NFL season - Brazil Times

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